When you have a rare disease like Friedreich ataxia (FA), which affects only 50,000 people in the United States, it is pretty easy to feel alone and isolated. Usually, the…
If you or someone you love have Friedreich's Ataxia, you know how badly we need an adequate treatment. Friedreich's Ataxia (FA) is a rare disorder, which results in neurological and…
Happy Memorial Day Weekend Patient Worthians! This week we have an inspiring interview with the CEO and Founder of the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. We also have a motivating story on a cheerleader battling Friedreich's…
Leah Alstin has a rare disease called Friedreich’s ataxia. Friedreich’s ataxia is a disease that progressively damages and affects the nervous system. Poor coordination is one of the early symptoms…
Kiara Trussell thought her dreams of being a cheerleader would never happen. This is partly because Friedreich’s ataxia has made her wheelchair bound. Friedreich’s ataxia is a progressive neurological condition.…
Having a difficult time finding resources on Friedreich's ataxia (FRDA)? Even for the generation that grew up with Google, keeping up with the news online can be tricky. You’ve got…
Friedreich's ataxia (FA) is a rare and painful disease. With few treatments available to treat the genetic mutation, most therapy is aimed at controlling symptoms. Clearly, these short-term band-aids aren't…
Whenever we’re struggling with something, we assume we are alone. We feel like we are the only ones. But in September of 1997, a small group of Friedreich’s ataxia (FA)…
Before we take a look at a rare disease called Freidrich ataxia, or FA, let's first understand the meaning of the word "ataxia." Ataxia includes loss or lack of muscle…
"Success largely depends on two factors. Number one is each individual person's decision to take action. Number two is our interaction with each other and support of each other in…
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